Miriam Cross
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Some Heirs Could Face a Tax Squeeze
taxes IRA owners should review their estate plan as a new law puts an end to stretch IRAs.
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Couples and Money: When Together Is Better
savings Even if you and your spouse have worked out the kinks in your day-to-day money habits, it’s important to reexamine the big picture.
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Electric Cars Cruise Into the Mainstream
Buying & Leasing a Car Sales are rising, but they’re still best for commuting and shorter drives.
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Watch Out for the Elder Fraud Web
Scams Scams range from petty theft to embezzlement. Your parents may need your help.
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When Renting Is Smarter Than Buying
real estate You’re not necessarily throwing your money away when you rent.
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6 Scams that Prey on the Elderly
Scams Many scams are universal, from the IRS imposter who calls and threatens to arrest you if you don’t pay your taxes, to phishing emails that trick you into sending sensitive data or downloading malware onto your computer.
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Carbon Offsets Will Only Carry You So Far
Smart Buying To effectively reduce your carbon footprint, you’ll need to be a smart shopper and navigate terms like “radiative forcing” and “leakage.”
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5 Ways to Max Out Your Credit Card Rewards
credit & debt Play your cards right and a first-class flight, luxe hotel suite or a pile of cash can be yours.
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The New Uber Law’s Ripple Effect
Business Costs & Regulation Independent contractors across the U.S. could become eligible for employee benefits.
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